HR Associate

Overview

Job Title: HR Associate

Job Location: Onsite in Vienna, VA

Employment Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Job Description:

Syneren is currently seeking a HR Associate
. The ideal candidate thrives in a team atmosphere, takes pride in his/her work, and is committed to a highly proactive, process-driven approach.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Associate to join our Human Resources team. This role is ideal for an early-career HR professional who is passionate about supporting employees, improving HR processes, and contributing to a positive workplace culture. You will work closely with HR leadership across recruitment, onboarding, records management, benefits administration, and employee support.

• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Support
• Post job openings on internal and external platforms
• Review resumes and conduct initial candidate outreach
• Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communication
• Assist with reference checks and background screenings
• Onboarding & Offboarding
• Prepare new-hire paperwork and ensure timely completion
• Support new-hire orientation and onboarding activities
• Set up employee profiles in internal systems
• Process terminations and maintain accurate offboarding documentation

• Maintain and update employee records
• Ensure data accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance

• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and general inquiries
• Coordinate with benefits providers on eligibility and changes

• Serve as a first point of contact for general HR questions
• Escalate employee concerns to HR leadership as appropriate
• Assist with documentation for employee relations matters

• Maintain I-9 files and support internal audits
• Ensure completion of required trainings and compliance tasks
• Assist with HR policy implementation and communication

• Support HR initiatives such as engagement surveys, DEI programs, and wellness events
• Participate in process improvement efforts to enhance HR operations

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 1–3 years of HR experience preferred
• Familiarity with HR records management
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Opportunity to grow your HR career in a supportive environment
• Exposure to multiple HR functions and cross-department collaboration
• A culture that values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Support Business Development team as required

• 2-5 years of related work experience
• Excellent organization, written and verbal skills

Standard office environment. May require extended hours. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.

Prolonged desk/computer work. Occasional movement across office space. Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

ADA Compliance:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EEO-1 Statement:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

E-Verify Participation:
This employer participates in E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.